While riding a motorcycle in Georgia may be a fun way to recreate as well as an efficient manner of commuting, riding a motorcycle is dangerous. Should a crash occur, a motorcyclist is much more likely to suffer from serious or fatal injuries than is an occupant of a passenger car. That being said, the attorneys at the law offices of Stein & Fox Accident Attorneys believe that motorcycle accidents are not inevitable, and most would not occur but for the negligence and recklessness of those on the road. If you or someone close to you has been injured in a motorcycle accident, our legal team can help you file a claim for damages and negotiate for a fair settlement amount. To learn more about our legal services and how we can serve you, please call us today for your free consultation. Injuries from Motorcycle Accidents Motorcycle accidents are often particularly devastating, resulting in severe or fatal injuries for those involved. Some of the most common types of injuries resulting from a motorcycle crash include: Other injuries are also possible. The more force that’s involved in the crash, the greater the risk of severe injury. Who’s Liable for a Motorcycle Accident? When a motorcycle accident occurs, it is important to open an investigation that seeks to determine liability – legal responsibility for the accident and corresponding damages. Liability for a crash is based on negligence – that is, the failure to exercise the proper degree of care in the given situation. Examples of motorist negligence that can cause motorcycle accidents include speeding, driving while distracted, driving while drunk, performing illegal maneuvers, following too closely, and other breaches of safety or traffic laws. Other types of negligence that can lead to a crash include things like failing to perform proper road maintenance, manufacturing a vehicle with a defective part, and improper signage. Our lawyers will work hard to investigate your claim and determine who should be held liable for your damages. Then, we’ll bring forth a claim against this party, submit evidence, and negotiate for a settlement that’s fair and fully compensates you. If a settlement cannot be reached, we can file a lawsuit and represent you in litigation. Shared Fault in Motorcycle Accident Claims When negotiating your motorcycle accident claim, it is important to be aware of shared fault laws in Georgia and how these laws may affect the outcome of your claim, particularly if you file a motorcycle accident lawsuit. Georgia follows a rule of modified comparative negligence, which means that a plaintiff who contributes to their damages through some degree of their own fault won’t be barred from recovery, but will be subject to a reduction to the settlement award comparable to their degree of fault. For example, if you, as an injured motorcyclist, are found to be 20 percent to blame for your crash, then you can only hold the other party responsible for 80 percent of your damages. If you are found to be more at fault for the accident than the other driver, then you cannot recover compensation at all. Types of Damages Recoverable Our lawyers know that the damages an injured motorcyclist suffers in a crash are usually extensive. We will advocate for your right for a full compensation award, including compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages and earning capacity, property damage costs, future costs related to the accident and your injuries, physical pain and suffering, and psychological injuries and emotional distress. Depending upon the circumstances of your accident, you may be entitled to: Call a Georgia Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Today Following a motorcycle accident, it is important to act quickly to gather evidence and file your claim; otherwise, you may have more difficulty recovering compensation. Our lawyers can aid you in every step of the process, including accident investigation and evidence-gathering. We will remain available and accessible to answer your questions and advise you from the moment you hire our law team until the day we finish the trial, or you accept a settlement offer. To learn more about motorcycle accident laws in our state and how our Georgia motorcycle accident attorneys at the office of Stein & Fox Accident Attorneys can help, please call our law firm directly at 770-961-1700, send us a message online, or visit our law firm in person for your free consultation. We look forward to serving you! Motorcycle Accident Attorneys in Morrow, GA
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